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Zoom Drain
4.9(
35
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Serving Signal Hill, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had another plumbing company out to fix my clogged shower drain. After two weeks and a lot of money spent, they diagnosed it as a collapsed pipe and were going to have to jackhammer my floor and dig to fix it. I called Zoom Drain and they came out the next morning with the right equipment. They used a hydro jet with 3,000 psi and were able to unclog my pipe that was NOT broken but apparently just had a nasty clog due to scaling. I would HIGHLY recommend Zoom Drain to anyone needing a reliable, honest plumber. My guy was Johnny R."
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+25

Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Albano's Plumbing & Drain
4.8(
48
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Serving Signal Hill, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1978

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Albano's responded quickly to my plumbing emergency. They replaced my water heater and cleared a drain stoppage in a timely manner. They are fair in pricing, I would recommend them to anyone looking for a fast and reliable plumber."
Keith
Lucas
Roberto
Shower Before
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+7

Response time9 hrs
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Make it Drain Plumbing & Rooter
4.7(
108
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Serving Signal Hill, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired Make it Drain to fix my leaking toilet because my regular plumber was unavailable. I spoke with the main office and was told that a repairman would be at my house within an hour. After an hour and with no repairman in sight or call to explain his absence, I called the office back. I was told that the repairman had to get a part and that's why it was taking so long. The repairman finally showed up two hours after my initial call and promptly left again to get another part -- for which he added an additional $50 to the original quote. The work was completed and they did come back the following day when the toilet still wasn't fixed. But they could not detect any problem and left. The best thing about this experience is that it has renewed my already-considerable confidence in my regular plumber. Should I have an urgent matter in the future, I will wait until he is available. He is more reliable than Make it Drain (he comes when he says he will) and he is much more reasonably priced."
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+10

Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Tony's Plumbing, Inc.
4.9(
513
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Serving Signal Hill, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They came out once to snake a tub and it seemed ok when they finished but later that night realized I hadn't run it long enough before they left and the draining actually wasn't satisfactory. Called them the next day and they came out and snaked again, under the warranty, and started draining fine. During the process it was recommended that I may want to replace tub drain because it was old. Tony came out a few days later, provided an estimate, and 2 days later his team was here to do the work. What I liked about them was the communication with Angie at the office, their punctuality and customer service in general. That means more to me than the actual work. I have to assume they did good work but I'm not crawling under the house to find out, and, it's not my area of expertise anyway, so fingers crossed. Everything seems to be working great. Thank you, Tony's Plumbing."
trailer jetter
opening the street
excavation
repairing the street
Response time10 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Drains
4.8(
4
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Serving Signal Hill, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Any drains anytime is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers.

Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Drain City Plumbing, Inc.
4.4(
302
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Serving Signal Hill, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jay was very Professional and friendly. He had met me at my home on my lunch break. He went over my options for repairing or replacing the water heater. i opted for a new once. He installed the heater the next day. The heater looks outstanding and works well. Thank you Jay and Drain City."
Tankless Water Heater
south gate water heater
sewer alteration wilmington
Response time3 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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His Hands Plumbing Services
5.0(
16
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Serving Signal Hill, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Had a clogged drain that I couldn’t get unclogged no matter what I tried. Usually I watch YouTube videos and try to just get it done myself but no matter what I tried it wasn’t working. I hired Zachary from His Hands Plumbing he had the situation handled and fixed in no time at all. He was so professional and clearly knew what he was doing. I’m happy to say I have found my new go to plumber. Highly recommended."
Sewer line repair
Sewer line repair
Sewer line repair
Sewer line repair
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ASAP Plumbing Solutions
5.0(
35
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Serving Signal Hill, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I called ASAP Plumbing to come out unclog and Camera inspect my sewer line. Roland was extremely knowledgeable and answered all my questions. Showed me and Located the problem with the Camera. Got the Job done with no problem. I Highly recommend them."
New fireplace resurfaced. New mantle installed
Floating shelves installation
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+75

Response time1 day
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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FAQs for drain clog or blockage clearing projects in Signal Hill, CA

Snaking a simple clog near a tub, toilet, or sink often takes about five minutes. Deeper blockages along the main line can stretch the job to a few hours because the pro must feed extra cable and may need a camera to confirm the pipe is clear. Either way, specialized tools help pros work quickly and keep your drains running for the long haul.

Aggressive snaking can scratch pipes, push debris deeper, or even crack older lines. That risk is low with an experienced plumber who matches the cable size to the pipe and eases the snake through bends instead of forcing it. If you’re unsure of your technique—or your pipes are already fragile—calling a licensed pro is the safest, and often cheapest, move.

Start with simple barriers: mesh screens on every tub, shower, and sink keep hair, food bits, and jewelry out of the pipes. Skip harsh chemicals; a monthly flush with hot (not boiling) water clears light buildup without damaging plastic lines. Finally, practice smart disposal—no grease, wipes, or kitty litter down the drain—and schedule routine cleanings if you have older plumbing.

Roto‑Rooter typically charges a flat $160 to $450 for standard snaking, which may include a quick sewer inspection and basic clean‑out. Exact pricing depends on the clog’s location and complexity. Repairs or part replacements fall outside that flat fee, so ask for a line‑item estimate if your tech spots broken pipe sections or recommends additional work.

Most liquid cleaners rely on caustic chemicals that eat through hair and grime—but they also erode metal and even some plastics over time. Repeated use strips protective pipe coatings and can leave you with leaks or premature failures. If hot water or a plunger doesn’t help, call a plumber for mechanical removal instead of pouring more chemicals down the line.

The Signal Hill, CA homeowners’ guide to drain clog or blockage clearings

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